HLAA 2025

HLAA’s annual, communication-accessible convention is designed to support hundreds of people with hearing loss from all walks of life around the United States. It’s the largest national gathering designed to empower individuals and families facing hearing loss.

Empowering Inclusion: Advocating for Audio Accessibility with Auracast™ broadcast audio and other Assistive Listening Systems in Public Spaces

Presenters:
Henry Wong, Director, Market Development
Avi Negrin, Senior Technical Marketing Manager
Julian Pieters, Chief Strategy Officer, Listen Technologies & Ampetronic
Ann Thomas, Brand Ambassador, Hearing Loss Association of America

Date and Time: 12 June, 9:30am EST

Description: Hearing loss is growing rapidly, with 2.5 billion people expected to have hearing difficulties by 2050. This public health crisis emphasizes the need for “audio accessibility for all.” This session will explore technologies like Auracast™ broadcast audio, hearing loop, FM, and IR assistive listening systems to create inclusive spaces. Attendees will learn how hearing instrument users can advocate for accessible communication and how tools from Bluetooth SIG, HLAA, and others can drive adoption.